United States Steel Corporation (X)

Days of sales outstanding (DSO)

		Dec 31, 2024	Sep 30, 2024	Jun 30, 2024	Mar 31, 2024	Dec 31, 2023	Sep 30, 2023	Jun 30, 2023	Mar 31, 2023	Dec 31, 2022	Sep 30, 2022	Jun 30, 2022	Mar 31, 2022	Dec 31, 2021	Sep 30, 2021	Jun 30, 2021	Mar 31, 2021	Dec 31, 2020	Sep 30, 2020	Jun 30, 2020	Mar 31, 2020
Receivables turnover		—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	12.88	10.98	8.88	9.05	9.71	7.16	6.76	6.58	9.80	9.10	11.43	10.40
DSO	days	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	28.33	33.24	41.10	40.35	37.61	50.95	53.98	55.45	37.25	40.10	31.94	35.10

December 31, 2024 calculation

DSO = 365 ÷ Receivables turnover
= 365 ÷ —
= —

United States Steel Corporation's Days Sales Outstanding (DSO) is a measure of the average number of days it takes for the company to collect revenue after making a sale. Looking at the historical DSO data provided, we can observe fluctuations in this metric over time.

From March 31, 2020, to June 30, 2022, the DSO ranged from a low of 31.94 days to a high of 55.45 days, indicating variations in the efficiency of the company's accounts receivable collection process. A lower DSO suggests that the company is collecting payments faster, which is generally positive as it indicates better liquidity and cash flow management. Conversely, a higher DSO may imply potential issues with credit policies or collection efforts.

From June 30, 2022, to December 31, 2022, the DSO improved significantly to 28.33 days, reflecting a positive trend in the company's collections process. However, it is important to monitor this metric in subsequent periods to ensure this improvement is sustained.

As the DSO data for future periods is not available, it is recommended for United States Steel Corporation to continue monitoring and managing its accounts receivable effectively to maintain optimal collection efficiency and cash flow in the upcoming quarters.